The independent Member of Parliament for Gomoa Central, Kwame Asare Obeng, says his approach to governance is not shaped by tradition or political rivalry, but by purpose, performance, and practical delivery.
“I am not the traditional MP. I am doing my own thing and not looking at anyone,” he said on Asempa FM’s Ekosii Sen, underscoring how his personal ethos defines his public service.
Before entering Parliament, he explained, he mobilised funds and resources independently—often out of pocket or through personal influence via The People’s Project (TPP) initiative. However, he noted that access to the Common Fund has now made his work easier.
“Now, the government gives me the Common Fund and it makes the work easy,” he said. “People say it is not enough, but there are a lot of things that can be done.”
A-Plus, who won the seat as an independent after a long career as a musician and activist, said his transition into Parliament did not come with unexpected challenges, adding that his sense of achievement is not driven by public praise.
“When I got to the House, there are certain things that I am really impressed with, so most of the things don’t come to me as a surprise. I get excited when we are able to help someone get a scholarship to go to school. I don’t want the person to come and thank me—I get excited because naturally God has directed me to help people,” he said.
He emphasised that gratitude from constituents is not his motivation, noting that he is not disappointed when people fail to show appreciation after receiving support.
The MP also made it clear that he has no interest in government contracts or personal enrichment through public office.
“I don’t spend or steal government money, so if someone does that, I will tell the person my mind and the truth. I am not greedy, so I will not even fight with an assemblyman or DCE over a project. I don’t fight over school feeding contracts because I don’t even like government contracts,” he stated.
He described his relationship with local officials as collaborative rather than competitive, citing a recently completed health project as evidence of effective cooperation.
“The DCE was my friend before his appointment. He is a very good guy and doing very well. The DCE and the assembly told me they were going to build a CHPS compound and in three months, they did it. So, I trust them.”
“If I set out to do something, nobody can stop me. Now when people say something, I don’t even take it seriously,” he added.
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